Smith County Middle School

Smith County
134 Smith County Middle School LN
Carthage, TN 37030
327 Students
Middle School 5th - 8th
School Overview
Smith County Middle School, located in Carthage, Tennessee, serves as a central educational hub for students in the surrounding community. As a middle school, it focuses on the critical developmental transition between elementary and high school, fostering an environment designed to support both academic growth and social-emotional development. The school is committed to preparing its student body for the rigors of secondary education through a structured curriculum that emphasizes core subjects, critical thinking, and collaborative learning.

Beyond its academic mission, Smith County Middle School plays an active role in the Carthage community by encouraging student participation in extracurricular activities, athletics, and clubs. By providing opportunities for students to explore their interests outside of the classroom, the school aims to cultivate well-rounded individuals who are prepared to contribute positively to society. The institution remains dedicated to upholding the values of the Smith County School District, focusing on student success, teacher support, and maintaining a welcoming environment for all learners.
327
Total Students
18.1
Full-Time Teachers
18.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • White
    272 (83.2 %)
  • Hispanic
    28 (8.6 %)
  • Two or More
    19 (5.8 %)
  • Black
    5 (1.5 %)
  • Asian
    2 (0.6 %)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.3 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Middle School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: Yes
District: Smith County
Phone: (615)735-8277
Website: http://smithcoedu.com
Grade Range: 5th - 8th
Total Students: 327
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 18.1
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 18.1
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

1 National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught
Grade 5 76
Grade 6 67
Grade 7 101
Grade 8 83
Gender Ratio